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City Council Update Shanine Sealey, Martensville Messenger
As we begin September, Martensville City Council is officially back to hosting two Regular Council meetings and one Committee of the Whole meeting each month. The first meeting of the month took place Tuesday, September 4th. The main topic of the meeting was concerning City finances with a presentation from Director of Corporate Services Leah Bloomquist about investing City funds. Currently City funds are earning an interest rate of 1.25% within a regular banking account and earned $113,000 in 2017 and $96,000 in 2016. Having been approached by an investment firm, along with financial institutions, Bloomquist brought information to Council for discussion earlier this year regarding taking funds set aside in reserves for restricted uses and investing the funds that would not be required for day to day operations outside of the regular banking account, where they would have the opportunity to earn a higher rate of interest. In order to have this approved, Council would be required to establish a policy and approve it by bylaw. This item was first brought to Council in May of 2018 where Council requested that administration draft and bring forward a policy for review and approval. At the August Committee of the Whole meeting, more information was requested from Council regarding the selection of investments and vendors and details on what other municipalities are doing for their investments including length and limits. Bloomquist noted to Council that other municipalities did not limit terms of investments within their bylaws or specify investment manager/financial institution selection within their bylaws either. Instead, a Procedures Section had been added in order to clarify who would be responsible for investment selection in line with the objectives of the bylaw. A public hearing will be held at the September 18th Regular Council Meeting and following this, Bloomquist recommended that Council review the provided Investment Policy Bylaw draft.
New Director Hired
The City of Martensville has hired a new Director to be responsible for Public Works as well as Planning. Matt Gruza will be the Director of Infrastructure and Planning with the City and will officially start this position on September 4, 2018. Matt has been working for the City of Martensville since June 2015 as our Assistant Engineer. He has been the acting Director of Infrastructure since the previous Director of Infrastructure and Planning resigned in February 2018. Matt has an engineering degree from the University of Saskatchewan majoring in civil engineering. He is actively pursuing his professional status with the engineering association (P.Eng). Matt is a progressive thinker and very fast at learning the processes used in City operations. He is technically sound and a very good communicator. Matt also brings some private sector experience to the position. The Personnel Committee is very comfortable with the appointment and look forward to his knowledge as the City grows. “We are very confident that Matt will be the right person to lead our Infrastructure & Planning Department” said Scott Blevins, City Manager. Scott also added, “I look forward to his knowledge and insight as part of the senior management team to assist with guiding the future of Martensville.” Matt has done an excellent job in the acting director role which has given us confidence to appoint him as a permanent director and a leader in our organization. With this promotion the City will start the recruitment process to fill the Assistant Engineer position.
Bowties for Logan Scholarship Fundraiser November 2nd, 2018 Martensville North Ridge Center Doors open at 8pm/Program at 9pm Dance to follow - 19+ event only Tickets - $25 in advance at Class C Artisans in Martensville $30 at the door. Call 306-261-2817 Ticket includes a bowtie! Cash bar and food available for purchase Featuring: Gong Show, The Electric Cattle Company and Boom Box Entertainment
Show Stoppin’ Weekend in Martensville Shanine Sealey, Martensville Messenger
The annual Martensville A&W Valley Street Stock 100 will be taking place Saturday, September 8th . This popular event provides something for everyone and brings a wide array of dazzling vehicles to the streets of Martensville. The day will be kicking off with a driver’s breakfast at A&W from 9am-11am where fans get a chance to meet their favorite drivers and have autographs signed. Following this, the show and shine will take place along Centennial Drive North from 11am-3pm, where City employees will work to direct traffic through as a portion of the road will be closed to display the vehicles. At 5pm, race fans can begin entering the gates at Wyant Group Speedway in preparation for the big event! The race will begin at 6pm and will include Mini Stock, Sask Legends, Pro Truck, and of course the highly anticipated Cruisin’ the Dub Street Stock. During intermission, keep an eye out for the highly recognizable A&W Root Bear and friends as they will be handing out balloons for the children in attendance. You can also enjoy the race sponsor victory lap which gives those that helped make this event happen a chance to take to the track themselves - although at a much lesser pace than the race vehicles! Those looking to attend the race can be sure to have a great time. Tickets can be purchased at the gate, or at participating Saskatoon Shell stations. Children 12 & under can attend for free! While at Wyant Group Raceway, keep an eye out for members of the local Lion’s Club as they will be selling race programs.
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Help Keep Our City Clean, a Reminder In Respect To Boulevard and Lane Maintenance - The owner or occupier of property adjacent to a boulevard or lane shall ensure that the portion of the boulevard or lane adjacent to the property, up to the centre line of the lane, is kept free and clear, at all times of weeds, uncontrolled growth of grass, plants and tree/shrub overgrowth.
- No owner or occupier of property adjacent to a boulevard or lane, or any other person, shall deposit or cause, suffer or permit the deposit of any garden, vegetation, waste materials or tree branches on or upon a boulevard or lane adjacent to the property, up to the centre line of the lane. - No owner or occupier of property adjacent to boulevard or lane, or any other person, shall deposit or cause, suffer or permit the deposit of household furniture, building materials or tires on or upon a boulevard or lane adjacent to the property, up to the centre line of the lane. Questions about Boulevard or Lane Maintenance can be referred to City Hall or consult the Nuisance Abatement Bylaw at Martensville.ca
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The City of Martensville has updated our registration, facility, and membership software to Max Galaxy. These enhancements will provide a smoother, better and more intuitive service for everyone utilizing recreation programs and facilities. To create your NEW account visit Martensville.ca and look for the Program Registration Icon.
Customers with current memberships and registrations have already been added to the program and New accounts have been created. If you think your account has been activated, click on “LOGIN” in the top right corner then click on “Forgot Password” to reset the password on your account. If you have any questions regarding this site or your account, please contact the Martensville Athletic Pavilion at 306-683-5577 or mapreception@martensville.ca
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LET’S CONTROL OUR PETS! The City of Martensville would like to remind residents that it is our responsibility to control and clean up after our pets even in off-leash areas such as the dog park. Here are some important reminders for pet owners as per the Animal Control Bylaw: • Do not allow your pet to be or become a nuisance by excessive barking, howling, or become threatening to other owners or pets; • Do not allow your pet to run at large; • Clean up defecation of your animal from private or public properties, other than the property occupied by the owner; Visit Martensville.ca to see the complete Animal Control Bylaw or contact the Bylaw Enforcement Officer with questions.
2018 September Council Meeting Dates Regular Council- September 4 Committee of the Whole - September 11 The Council Meetings are located at Martensville City Hall Council Chambers in Martensville City Hall at 37 Centennial Dr. S. All Regular Council Meetings and Committee of the Whole Meetings are open to the public. All meetings commence at 5PM. Those wishing to address or do a presentation to Council must be placed on the agenda. To be placed on the agenda please contact the City Clerk’s office at City Hall or visit the website for details. The full Council and Committee of the Whole Schedule can be obtained at martensville.ca
Martensville Collective Health and Wellness Offering New Opportunities for Patients Shanine Sealey, Martensville Messenger
Martensville Collective Health & Wellness (MCHW) has now been a big part of the community since November of 2014. Since opening, Allison and Trevor Adamus have been working hard to ensure their dream of operating a collaborative health system under one roof within the community continues to grow. This dream has provided local residents with the opportunity to receive both their healthcare and physiotherapy needs within MCHW, with plans to continue providing new opportunities in the future. Initially, MCHW had one doctor available – Dr. Allison Adamus – however, the demand for more doctors was clear, proven by an ever-growing waiting list, so the work began to bring more doctors to the community of 10,000. Although the need was there, Adamus did not have an easy road ahead when it came to recruiting new doctors to Martensville, with one of the hurdles being the proximity of the community to Saskatoon. A policy was in effect through the Ministry of Health that prohibited new family doctors that finished their degrees out of the country from practicing medicine in Saskatoon, Regina, or communities within a certain proximity to the major cities, which included Martensville. Additionally, with Saskatoon offering more convenience when it came to health services such as labs, X-ray, etc. and Martensville being excluded from the Rural Physician Incentive Program, which provides doctors with up to $120,000 over the course of five years in communities of 10,000 or less, Adamus decided it was time to work to make changes. Adamus sent numerous requests to the Ministry of Health to have modifications made to the current system that would allow and encourage doctors to practice medicine within “bedroom communities”. Initial requests were denied; however, that did not stop Adamus from pursuing her goal.
After contacting the Saskatoon Health Region and the Ministry of Health and pleading their case, Adamus asked that they look at the sheer need for doctors within the growing community. The constant flow of patients and the mounting waiting list was proof that although geographically close to Saskatoon, the residents of Martensville were looking for a more convenient option within their community. The hard work paid off and now MCHW currently offers four doctors, and are currently accepting new patients. With a new contract provided through Saskatoon Health Region, Adamus is excited as this is the first year that Martensville has been eligible as a community. Since then, MCHW now has along with Dr. Adamus, Dr. Amanda Walker practicing medicine within the clinic. Walker, who currently has a full patient load, completed her undergraduate training and graduate studies in Animal Science, made the transition to the medical profession and received her medical degree from the University of Saskatchewan, and specialty training in Family Medicine at the University of British Columbia. In April of this year, it was announced that there would be two new doctors coming to MCHW; Dr. Asiwa Obishai and Dr. Matthew Wong. “The addition of two new doctors is just amazing and it means great things for our community and for our clinic and the services that we are able to provide,” Dr. Adamus said. Prior to the two new doctors joining MCHW, they met with representatives from the City of Martensville to discuss incentive support due to their individual circumstances. At the May 1st City Council meeting, Dillon Shewchuk, City of Martensville Community Economic Development Manager explained that one doctor was relocating from overseas, the other was a new graduate and both had expenses. Negotiations had taken place to help each of the doctors in their move to MCHW. The agreement included an incentive of $10,000 for the first doctor, which
was based on a two year commitment, and for the second doctor, a $10,000 package consisting of $2,500 cash and a $7,500 interest free loan with an additional $2,500 forgivable if a four year commitment was fulfilled, was provided. continued on page 4.......
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continued from page 3....... Dr. Obishai visited MCHW in October of 2017 and worked there for a week as he toured various locations for possible employment. Obishai, who grew up in Lagos – Nigeria’s commercial capitol, decided to pursue medicine in order to make a positive difference in the lives of people. After obtaining his primary medical degree from the College of Medicine at the University of Lagos, as well as his pre-registration year as a houseman, he then worked in government and private health sectors as a medical officer. “I had a keen interest in reproductive health and worked for an international non-government organization for a number of years helping to integrate reproductive health care, HIV prevention and patient informed choice,” Obishai explained. In 2003, Obishai moved to the UK where he completed his postgraduate training in family medicine in 2007. The decision to come to Martensville was based on the fact that Obishai was looking to practice medicine in a location that was similar to his experience in the UK, and Martensville Collective Health and Wellness offered that. Obishai noted that thus far, his experience in Martensville has been quite interesting, considering he has been working within a different health system for many years. “Patients are warm and friendly and want to work in partnership with the physician. I have had genuine interest from patients wanting me and my family to settle within the community with ease. It has been a welcoming place for us,” Obishai added. The other recent addition to MCHW, Dr. Wong, who is from Mississauga, ON originally, completed
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community. We are still under powered to offer weekends his undergraduate degree at McMaster University in at this time, but it is on our radar as a needed service.” Hamilton, ON, where he completed a double major in In addition to the extended hours, MCHW also Biology and Psychology. From there, Wong moved to launched an online check-in service this past July. This Dublin, Ireland to study medicine at the Royal College of feature is available to reserve the next available same day Surgeons for four years. “I really enjoyed my time there, appointment in the clinic, or for walk-in services. Patients but decided I wanted to come back to Canada to work and are able to go online, view the current wait time, enter their practice,” Wong explained. He then completed my family information, reason for visit, etc. then check in, and wait medicine training with the University of Saskatchewan in the comfort of their own homes until their time. As the and began working at MCHW. The decision to become a first clinic in Saskatchewan to offer this service, Adamus doctor came mainly from watching his father, who was also is ecstatic to be able to provide this option to the residents a family physician. “I saw the positive impact he had on his of Martensville and surrounding areas. patient’s lives and when it became time to choose my career For information about Martensville path, it’s all I wanted to do,” said Wong. Collective Health and Wellness, visit www. Coming to MCHW was largely in part due to the martensvillecollectivehealthandwellness.ca, call (306) efforts that Dr. Adamus put in recruiting and promoting 933-4110 or follow them on Facebook at ‘Martensville Martensville. “I had done some electives during my family Collective Health and Wellness’ for updates on walk in medicine training at Martensville Collective Health and waiting times and announcements. Wellness and loved my time there. I found the environment a great place to work and the community extremely welcoming. It was an easy choice.” With the addition of Dr. Obishai and Dr. Wong, not only is the clinic able to accept new patients but they have also made recent announcements to further convenient their patients. Beginning this month, the walk-in clinic is now open Monday to Thursday evenings and Friday during the day. Near the end of August, MCHW announced the changes and stated that, ABOVE: From Left to Right: Dr. Allison Adamus, Dr. Matthew Wong, Dr. Asiwa Obishai and “We hope these extended Dr. Amanda Walker. hours will better serve our 18082AX0
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Something Needs to Change at RM Level
One of the most bizarre reactions from Saskatchewan conservatives this summer was their cheering over new Premier Doug Ford reducing the size of Toronto city council. Whether there are, indeed, too many Toronto councillors is tough for us out here to determine, but if one agrees solely based on Ford’s belief that voters have never said we need more politicians, this is a very inconsistent position for many. Notwithstanding its purported belief in smaller government, it was the conservative-minded Saskatchewan Party government that increased our legislature by three MLAs to 61 members prior to the 2016 election. It’s also the belief of the Sask. Party government and its supporters that we don’t need to reduce local rural municipal government because things are just fine. Suffice to say, there is a lot of inconsistency here, not to mention a little outdated thinking. For example, if the government is demanding more efficiency by reducing health governance and administration, shouldn’t the same thoughts be applied to RMs where a dwindling rural farm population makes the need for a council for every 36-square mile block rather out-dated. Let’s accept, at least for the moment, the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM’s) yet-to-be-substantiated argument that low-paid local reeves, councillors and RM administrators remain more efficient and less costly than a large county system like in Alberta, and let’s further accept the more important argument that more rural reeves and councillors are actually what the people want. But does that automatically mean we are getting the best possible representation at the rural municipal level right now? Shouldn’t we at least consider ways of helping RM reeves and councillors do their jobs better? Consider the biggest issues facing local rural politicians right now - issues like environmental regulations and rural crime. It’s tough for politicians to effectively deal with these issues at any level, but the issues are even tougher when you represent a small jurisdiction of only a couple hundred people. One thing that could benefit local, rural politicians is more training and guidance similar to what the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association provides. SUMA even makes available to them “summer school” classes on everything from media relations to conflict management. As part-time politicians, one can see why RM representations would have neither the time nor inclination to partake in such training. After all, the day-to-day worry for many RMs is still graving and gravelling. That said, things have become increasingly complex in local government administration, especially when it comes to conflict resolution for RMs butting up against urban settings. This has long been an issue in RMs like Corman Park and Sherwood just outside of Saskatoon and Regina, respectively. The latter has had significant political upheaval over land development issues. However, we are now seeing similar issues moving into other near-urban RMs, the most recent example being, McKillop where there’s a pitched battle between local farming interests and those of cottage owners on the east side of Last Mountain Lake. After petitions to local RM council and the provincial government over democratic representation issues that will likely be settled in the courts, things have gotten even uglier this summer. It was learned last month that McKillop ratepayers will face huge tax increases of as much as 76 per cent over what many are claiming has been questionable RM spending. So serious is the matter, Government Relations Minister, Warren Kaeding, has appointed Carol Ingham, a former public administrator, to "undertake a high level look into the general operations of the RM". Such issues are increasing at the RM level. At the very least, reeves and councillors need better tools to handle them. Clearly, some things need to change at the rural municipal governance level.
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New Impaired Driving Laws in Effect for Saskatchewan
As of September 1st, Saskatchewan residents are now facing tougher laws when it comes to driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The Traffic Safety (Miscellaneous) Amendment Act 2017 and The Miscellaneous Vehicle and Driving Statutes (Cannabis Legislation) Amendment Act, 2017 were both passed in the Spring sitting of the Legislature and come into effect Sept. 1. Consequences for impaired driving now are even tougher in Saskatchewan, including stronger penalties for drug-impaired drivers and for impaired drivers who transport children. “It’s never OK to drive impaired, whether it’s by drugs or alcohol,” Minister responsible for Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) Joe Hargrave said. “This new legislation reflects the seriousness of this offence, with more severe punishments for drug-impaired drivers, and those who make the bad decision to drive with children in the vehicle.” As of Sept. 1, zero tolerance for drug impairment will apply to all drivers. Zero tolerance means that drivers should not get behind the wheel with any level of impairing drugs in their system detectable by a federally-approved screening device, or a standardized field sobriety test. The province has also updated legislation and regulations so that tough administrative penalties that impaired drivers in Saskatchewan faced under existing legislation will also apply to anyone charged under three new federal drug-impaired driving laws. There will also be longer vehicle seizures for impaired drivers with passengers under 16 years of age in the vehicle. In addition, experienced drivers who are impaired and transporting passengers under 16 will face longer roadside licence suspensions. Penalties include: Drug-Impaired Driving • Zero tolerance for all drivers • Immediate licence suspension • Vehicle seized for up to 60 days • Licence suspension for up to 5 years if convicted Impaired Drivers with Passengers Under 16 • Vehicle seized for up to 60 days • Licence suspended for up to 120 days • Licence suspension up to 18 months for new drivers Police can tell if you’re driving while high and if they suspect that a driver is impaired by a drug or alcohol (or a combination of both), they can demand that the driver take a standardized field sobriety test or use a roadside screening device. If the driver fails the field sobriety test or registers a failure on the roadside screening device, they can have their vehicle seized and licence suspended for at least three days. If the officer has reasonable grounds to believe that a driver is impaired by a drug or alcohol, they can demand that the driver submit to an evaluation conducted by a Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) or a breath test at the police station. If a driver subsequently fails a DRE, or exceeds .08 blood alcohol concentration, that triggers Criminal Code charges, which results in a minimum 30-day vehicle seizure, an indefinite licence suspension until the charges are dealt with, and – upon conviction – potential fines, jail time, ignition interlock requirements and driving prohibitions. The goal was to have the new laws in effect prior to the October 17th legalization of marijuana. Although marijuana will be legalized, it is important for drivers to know that they cannot drive with any level of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in their system. THC is the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, and the Government has plans to have a roadside saliva test with a Draeger device to test for levels of THC available to law enforcement agencies. It doesn’t matter if a drug is legal or not. If it impairs your ability to drive safely, don’t get behind the wheel. Prescription and over-the-counter drugs can also make you impaired, and combining drugs with alcohol increases impairment.
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The Royals football team coached by Lyle Evanisky started their training camp last week in preparation for their first season game September 6. His coaching staff for this season is Vince Riley, Jack Kobussen, Shayne Hayward, Tyson Pylypow, Brett Senger, Aaron Osczevski and Reid Lambden. ABOVE: The Martensville Royals football team started traing camp last week. The players have been working hard Janine Hayward/MM getting ready for their road trip to North Battleford Thursday. The team has a new look as they have many new players with a roster of 36 players. Coach Evanisky is looking forward to the new season. Tynan Guenther will be starting his second year at the helm as quarterback for the Royals. The first home game for the Royals is September 14 when the Kindersley Kobras come to town. Mark your calendars once again for the second annual Friday Night Lights game on October 12.
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Keep the Community up-to-date on your team scores, events, photos and tournaments. Submit material to jhayward@sasktel.net or drop it By Tyler Janzen off at the Martensville Messenger One of the best weekends for CFL fans is Labour Day long weekend because it’s Office at the Bayrivalry #7 - 301 Centennial all about games. Calgary and Edmonton in the Battle of Alberta, Toronto and Drive North to be included in our Hamilton in the Battle of Ontario, and the two teams with the loudest and rowdiest fans in the Janine Hayward weekly sports report. league, Saskatchewan and Winnipeg all clashing in the same long weekend. Martensville Messenger
This week started with a bit of a sleeper between the Ottawa RedBlacks and the Montreal Alouettes in which only one team managed to find the end zone. Alouettes QB Antonio Pipkin punched in a 1-yard touchdown in the final minutes of the third quarter for the games only TD. Pipkin lead Montreal to their second straight win which might keep Johnny Manziel on the bench for a while longer. The win ties the Alouettes with the Toronto Argonauts who got thumped in a much more exciting game on Labour Day 42-28 to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Hamilton improved to 5-5 on the year and now sit one win away from the RedBlacks for first in the East. In the West Zach Collaros put together a late drive to seal a win for the Saskatchewan Roughriders 31-23. Kyron Moore highlighted the game for the Riders with a 91-yard punt return TD in the second quarter. With the win the Riders leap frog the Edmonton Eskimos for second in the West with a 6-4 record. Winnipeg on the other hand has now lost three in a row and may have a chance at crossing over to the East for playoffs as they have a 5-6 record. The Calgary Stampeders couldn’t take advantage of Edmonton’s turnovers but just taking Mike Reilly off the field may have been that little extra they needed to win the game. The Eskimos were leading 17-13 at the half but turned the ball over three times in the second half and allowed the Stamps to kick a game winning field goal with no time left on the clock. Calgary fans were a little worried however when quarterback Bo Levi Mitchel seemed to buckle his knee in the third quarter causing him to be examined by medical staff. Back-up Nick Arbuckle came in to finish the series and would start another one before Bo Levi would return sporting a large brace on his left knee. My pick for Labour Day went 3-1 bringing my record to 30-16 on the year. For the Labour Day re-matches my picks are BC, Calgary, Hamilton, and Saskatchewan in the Banjo Bowl in Winnipeg.
ABOVE: Kyran Moore had a game breaking 65 yard punt return for a TD. (Photo Submitted by Dean Hofer)
#teamdunville Family Friendly Dinner Fundraiser
#teamdunville Family Friendly Dinner Fundraiser Join us for a family friendly evening in support of Kristin, Ian, Lily, Ella and Molly Dunville. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Dunville family to alleviate financial strain during Molly’s cancer treatments.
Join us for a family friendly evening in support of Kristin, Ian, Lily, Ella and Molly Dunville. All proceeds The evening from the event will beDinner donateddonated to the Dunville family toincludes: alleviate financial strain during Molly’s cancer by Smokehaus Meats & Deli & Verns Pizza donated by Matt Gore - The Ginger Ninja treatments. FaceEntertainment painting, candy bar, raffle, silent auction, & dessert auction.
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Evening Timeline: 5:30 – Doors Open 6:00 – Dinner What: A family friendly dinner fundraiser in support of the Dunville Family. When: September 19, 2018 Where: The North Ridge Community Centre {901 3rd Street North, Martensville, SK} How: Purchase tickets by contacting the Main Office at Martensville High School or by e-mailing teamdunville2018@gmail.com
The evening includes: Dinner donated by Smokehaus Meats & Deli & Verns Pizza Entertainment donated by Matt Gore - The Ginger Ninja Adult Tickets: $20 {Includes: farmer’s sausage/beef on a bun sponsored by Smokehaus Meats & Deli, Face paintinsalad, g, candybaked bar, beans raffle, siandlenticed auctitea/coffee} on, & dessert auction. Youth Tickets: $10 {10 & under}. Includes a piece of cheese pizza donated by Verns Pizza & a drink. Evening Timeline: Come out to show your support for #teamdunville {Kristin, Ian, Lily, Ella & Molly} 5:30 – Doors Open 6:00 – Dinner What: A family friendly dinner fundraiser in support of the Dunvil e Family. When: September 19, 2018 Where: The North Ridge Community Centre {901 3rd Street North, Martensvil e, SK} How: Purchase tickets by contacting the Main Office at Martensvil e High School or by e-mailing teamdunville2018@gmail.com Adult Tickets: $20 {Includes: farmer’s sausage/beef on a bun sponsored by Smokehaus Meats & Deli, salad, baked beans and iced tea/coffee} Youth Tickets: $10 {10 & under}. Includes a piece of cheese pizza donated by Verns Pizza & a drink. Come out to show your support for #teamdunvil e {Kristin, Ian, Lily, Ella & Molly}